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Vante di Gabriello di Vante Attavanti, called Attavante degli Attavanti
Italian, 1452-1520/25
Resurrection Scene, after 1513
Illuminated manuscript: tempera, gold leaf, and shell gold on vellum

The resurrected Christ floats above the open tomb. His bright, radiant form a strong contrast against the warm golden halo and lush landscape. He is depicted at the center of the initial R, lavishly decorated with acanthus leaves, extravagant pearls and stones that appear three dimensional. Dazed, awakening soldiers look on in amazement at this miracle. Likely commissioned as part of a missal for Pope Leo X (1513-1521) for use in the Sistine Chapel, this initial represents the pinnacle of manuscript illumination in early 16th century Florence. Attavante degli Attavanti is considered one of the most important Florentine Renaissance illuminators. Papal illuminations as bright as this one, which also convey a rich narrative, are exceedingly scarce. Measuring just under seven inches in height, each face is small enough to fit on the nail of your pinky finger.